Registered Dietitian - Acute Care Hospital

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dietitian – Acute Care Hospital

Las Vegas, Nevada

Salary Range: $63,000–$83,000
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates

An excellent opportunity is available for a Registered Dietitian to join the clinical team of a respected 300+ bed acute care hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada .

This position is ideal for a Registered Dietitian who enjoys working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other clinical professionals while making a direct impact on patient outcomes. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive nutritional assessment, treatment, education, and ongoing support for a diverse inpatient population.

The hospital offers a progressive clinical environment, strong opportunities for professional development, and an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for assessing patients' nutritional needs and developing individualized nutrition care plans based on medical conditions, age, functional status, and treatment goals.

This individual will work closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure patients receive appropriate nutritional interventions throughout their hospitalization and are provided with the education and resources necessary to support continued success following discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments for assigned patients.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Evaluate patients' nutritional status, medical conditions, dietary requirements, and potential nutritional risks.
• Calculate nutritional requirements and actual patient intake.
• Recommend and assist with the development of therapeutic and specialized diets.
• Monitor patient progress and modify nutritional interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacy, rehabilitation, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Document nutritional assessments, interventions, recommendations, and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient care planning and clinical initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based nutrition practices.
• Provide age-appropriate nutritional care based on the specific needs of the patient population served.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a closely related field from an accredited program required.
• Completion of an accredited supervised practice program in a healthcare facility, community agency, food service organization, or qualifying combined undergraduate/graduate program.

Licensure & Certification

• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) required.
• Current or eligible Nevada Dietitian license required.
• Specialty certifications may be required depending on the patient population or specialty assignment.

Experience & Skills

• Acute care hospital experience is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and medical nutrition therapy.
• Ability to effectively educate patients and families.
• Strong interdisciplinary communication and collaboration skills.
• Computer proficiency and ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Ability to provide appropriate nutritional care across diverse patient populations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to join a well-established acute care hospital providing comprehensive services to the Las Vegas community. You'll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary clinical team while having the resources and support necessary to provide high-quality nutritional care.

The organization also places a strong emphasis on professional growth, education, and internal career advancement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $63,000–$83,000
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates
• Generous paid time off
• Option to exchange eligible time-off benefits for an additional pay differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Health savings account options
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition and educational reimbursement opportunities
• Student loan refinancing resources
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption and fertility assistance programs
• Employee wellness resources
• Employee discount programs
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian who enjoys being part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team and is committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RD/RDN seeking a stable acute care hospital position with competitive compensation, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continued professional growth.

Qualified Registered Dietitians interested in learning more about this confidential Las Vegas opportunity are encouraged to apply.